Maya Devi University (MDU), Dehradun, Uttarakhand, offers the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) through its School of Health and Paramedical Sciences. The 4.5-year full-time programme (four years of academic training followed by a six-month supervised clinical internship) covers musculoskeletal physiotherapy, neurological rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary physiotherapy, sports physical therapy, electrotherapy, and clinical assessment. Admission is through MDUCET or NEET; candidates with Class 12 in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks are eligible. The total programme fee is INR 4,31,500 for the full 4.5-year duration. Graduates are qualified to practice as physiotherapists in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, sports facilities, and private clinics.
Admissions for 2026-27 are in progress; MDUCET 2026 was conducted in April 2026. Counselling and document verification are scheduled for June to July 2026 at the Selaqui campus.
Key Points
- MDU’s BPT is a 4.5-year professional degree combining academic coursework and a six-month supervised clinical internship in affiliated hospitals and rehabilitation centres.
- The curriculum includes musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy, neurological rehabilitation, paediatric physiotherapy, electrotherapy, manual therapy, and evidence-based clinical practice.
- Eligibility requires Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and a minimum of 50 percent aggregate; minimum age is 17 years; MDUCET or NEET score required.
- Graduates are eligible to register with state physiotherapy councils and work in hospitals, rehabilitation clinics, sports academies, corporate wellness centres, and private practice.
MDU BPT Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 85,000 |
| Annual Other Charges (examination, ERP, library) | INR 7,000 |
| One-Time Registration Fee | INR 1,500 |
| One-Time Admission Fee | INR 16,000 |
| Total Fees (4.5-Year Programme) | INR 4,31,500 |
- Annual tuition of INR 85,000 is payable each year for 4.5 years (9 semesters at INR 42,500 per semester); total tuition over the programme is INR 3,82,500.
- Other annual charges of INR 7,000 per year cover examination, ERP, and library fees; total over 4.5 years is INR 31,500.
- One-time charges of INR 17,500 (INR 1,500 registration and INR 16,000 admission fee) are payable at the time of enrolment.
- The final six months are a supervised clinical internship in affiliated hospitals and physiotherapy centres; hostel and mess charges are separate from academic fees.
MDU BPT Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Opens | February 2026 |
| Application Deadline | April 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | May to June 2026 |
| Counselling and Document Verification | June to July 2026 |
| Classes Begin | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| MDUCET 2026 | April 12, 2026 | April 13, 2026 | April 15, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 | February 7, 2026 | May 4, 2026 | June 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission to BPT at MDU is merit-based through MDUCET or NEET; NEET is desirable but not mandatory as the university offers its own MDUCET as an alternative entrance test.
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects and a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST); the minimum age is 17 years as of 31 December of the admission year.
- Counselling and document verification are conducted at the Selaqui campus; candidates must carry original Class 12 mark sheets, pass certificate, entrance scorecard, date of birth proof, and character certificate.
- All schedules including merit lists, counselling dates, and seat matrix are published on the official university website (maya.edu.in) and the admission portal (admission.maya.edu.in).
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects and a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST candidates).
- Candidates must be at least 17 years of age as of 31 December of the year of admission; students from the Science stream with PCB at Class 12 are the primary eligible group.
- Entrance examination: MDUCET or NEET-UG. NEET is desirable and carries higher scholarship eligibility; MDUCET is accepted as an alternative. Admission is merit-based on entrance score combined with Class 12 aggregate.
- Candidates currently appearing in Class 12 examinations may apply provisionally; admission is confirmed on submission of the pass certificate with the minimum qualifying marks.
Admission Process
- Visit the admission portal at admission.maya.edu.in and register; fill the BPT application form with Class 12 details and upload NEET or MDUCET scorecard and mark sheets.
- Pay the application processing fee and submit before the April 2026 deadline; upload copies of Class 12 mark sheets, pass certificate, and entrance examination scorecard.
- Merit lists based on entrance score and Class 12 aggregate are published on maya.edu.in; shortlisted candidates receive offer letters with counselling schedule.
- Attend counselling and document verification at the Selaqui campus in June to July 2026; carry original Class 12 mark sheets, pass certificate, birth certificate, entrance scorecard, and character certificate.
- Complete fee payment at the accounts section or through the online payment gateway to confirm enrolment. Classes for the 2026-27 academic year commence in August 2026.
MDU BPT Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| MDU Merit Scholarship | Up to 50% of tuition fee | Based on MDUCET score; candidates scoring 95 percentile and above receive maximum scholarship |
| NEET Merit Scholarship | 30 to 50% of tuition fee | NEET rank 75,001 to 2,00,000 for 30%; rank up to 1,50,000 for 40%; rank up to 75,000 for 50% |
| Girl Child Scholarship | 10% of tuition fee | All female students at MDU; automatically applied at the time of admission |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Tuition and maintenance support | SC/ST candidates; family income below INR 2,50,000; apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Defence Personnel Scholarship | 10% of tuition fee | Children or dependents of serving or retired defence/paramilitary personnel |
| Uttarakhand Domicile Scholarship | 25% of tuition fee | Students who are domicile of Uttarakhand under the Uttarakhand Private Universities Act |
- Merit scholarships are contingent on maintaining a minimum of 80 percent attendance per semester and clearing all semester examinations without backlogs on the first attempt.
- Government scholarship applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) typically from August to November each year.
- Uttarakhand domicile students receive a 25 percent tuition scholarship under the Uttarakhand Private Universities Act; this is applied directly at the time of admission.
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